I am a highly motivated and ambitious professional with over 15 years of experience as a vocalist and actress. My extensive career has seen me perform globally, fronting bands and working with top artists, all while managing my own home recording studio to work remotely. Passionate about music education, I have taught singing and piano to a wide range of students, supporting them through various music exams with excellent pass rates. I thrive in diverse roles within the music and entertainment industry, including performing as a lead singer and writing original music, coaching underprivileged children, and delivering workshops. I am committed to nurturing talent, building confidence in others, and maintaining high standards of performance and professionalism in every role I undertake.

Katie Jones

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I am a highly motivated and ambitious professional with over 15 years of experience as a vocalist and actress. My extensive career has seen me perform globally, fronting bands and working with top artists, all while managing my own home recording studio to work remotely. Passionate about music education, I have taught singing and piano to a wide range of students, supporting them through various music exams with excellent pass rates. I thrive in diverse roles within the music and entertainment industry, including performing as a lead singer and writing original music, coaching underprivileged children, and delivering workshops. I am committed to nurturing talent, building confidence in others, and maintaining high standards of performance and professionalism in every role I undertake.

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I am a highly motivated and ambitious professional with over 15 years of experience as a vocalist and actress. My extensive career has seen me perform globally, fronting bands and working with top artists, all while managing my own home recording studio to work remotely. Passionate about music education, I have taught singing and piano to a wide range of students, supporting them through various music exams with excellent pass rates.

I thrive in diverse roles within the music and entertainment industry, including performing as a lead singer and writing original music, coaching underprivileged children, and delivering workshops. I am committed to nurturing talent, building confidence in others, and maintaining high standards of performance and professionalism in every role I undertake.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Rockband Singer at Carnival Ltd
April 1, 2024 - Present
Performing as lead vocalist for the resident rock band on Carnival cruise line vacations departing from Miami and traveling around the Caribbean. Responsible for key entertainment in fronting the band during a 7-month contract engaging global cliental.
Lead Singer & Writer at KABELLE (UK Synthpop band)
January 31, 2024 - August 13, 2025
Founder and frontwoman of an original music project performing at UK festivals and showcases in London. Produced and released original music available across all streaming platforms, collaborating internationally with artists.
Session Singer & Writer at Sony Asia Ltd
November 1, 2023 - Present
Providing session vocals and accent correction for top Asian artists remotely from the UK, delivering high-quality audio work for tracks and projects.
Singing & Piano Teacher at Music Guru Ltd
October 31, 2023 - August 13, 2025
Teaching group and private singing and instrumental lessons at six schools in Berkshire, covering all ages from children to adults. Preparing students for LAMDA, ABRSM & MTB exams with a 100% pass rate primarily with Merit and Distinction.
Music Mentor & Vocal Coach at The Rock Academy Foundation Ltd & The Rock Project Ltd
September 30, 2022 - August 13, 2025
Mentored underprivileged children by teaching music technology, instrumental lessons and composing music. Delivered lesson plans, weekly reports, and ongoing mentorship and support to students of diverse ages and skill levels.
Vocal Coach at The Rock Project Ltd
August 31, 2022 - August 13, 2025
Coached both adults and children in groups, building confidence and teaching vocal technique, focusing on different songs weekly.
Lead Vocalist at One & Only Resort
February 28, 2022 - August 13, 2025
Lead singer of a 5-piece resident band performing 5 nights per week for guests at a 5-star luxury resort in the Maldives. Adhered to strict protocols and flexible scheduling.
Owner & Singing Teacher at Self Employed (KJS Kids)
September 1, 2013 - Present
Founded and operated a singing school teaching children aged 5 to 15, including lesson planning, LAMDA exam preparation, and academic coaching. Managed additional teachers and transitioned successfully to virtual lessons during covid, maintaining a 100% pass rate.
Music Teacher at Love2SingUK Ltd
March 31, 2020 - August 13, 2025
Taught music curriculum to primary-aged children across three London primary schools including nursery to year 6. Ran choir clubs and managed music/harmony arrangements and school productions.
Lead Singer/Writer at Monroe (UK Girlband)
December 31, 2019 - August 13, 2025
Co-founder and lead singer of an original music project performing across the UK and Europe, achieving chart success with music on all streaming platforms.
Lead Vocalist at Hear and Now Entertainment
September 30, 2019 - August 13, 2025
Lead singer of a 5-piece resident band at Hotel Jen, Shangri-La Hotel, Beijing. Performed 5 nights weekly, maintaining a repertoire of 600 songs and handling vocal arrangements. Increased venue interest via TV and radio.
Lead Singer at Bands for Hire, Live Music Management & Earcandy Live
September 30, 2021 - August 13, 2025
Lead vocalist for 5-piece bands and acoustic sets providing event entertainment at weddings, parties, corporate events, and festivals across the UK and Europe.
Lead/Session Singer/Songwriter at AudioFreaks Ltd, New Noise Audio Ltd & Self Employed
January 1, 2009 - Present
Led two original projects, achieved chart success, provided vocals and songwriting for KPOP artists and projects associated with Universal. Delivered quick turnaround vocal recordings and contributed to radio jingles.
Singing & Dance Teacher at Catch Creative Academy & Kids Act Summer School
July 31, 2016 - August 13, 2025
Ran musical theatre after school clubs for primary-aged children, in charge of choreography and LAMDA exam preparations. Delivered summer school shows and managed vocal arranging and choreography for productions.
Workshop Leader at The Ambassador Theatre Group & Impressionable Minds
February 28, 2017 - August 13, 2025
Led drama workshops, including crime drama and musical theatre, for secondary schools. Responsible for lesson plans, directing, and adapting to various venues and new students.
Front of House at The Really Useful Group Ltd
December 31, 2017 - August 13, 2025
Worked in four West End theatres managing customer sales, health and safety, and high quality customer service across potentially two theatres in a single day.
Rockband Singer at Carnival Ltd
April 1, 2024 - Present
Fronting the resident rock band on Carnival cruise line vacations departing from Miami and around the Caribbean. Responsible for key entertainment during the 7-month contract period, performing for clients worldwide.
Lead Singer & Writer at UK Synthpop band ‘KABELLE’
January 31, 2024 - August 21, 2025
Founder and lead singer of an original music project performing at UK festivals and showcases in London. Collaborated with artists worldwide and released original music on all major streaming platforms.
Session Singer & Writer at Sony Asia Ltd
November 1, 2023 - Present
Provided session vocals and accent correction for top Asian artists remotely from the UK.
Singing & Piano Teacher at Music Guru Ltd
October 31, 2023 - August 21, 2025
Taught group and private instrumental lessons across six schools in Berkshire, covering adults and children aged 5-33. Prepared students for LAMDA, ABRSM, and MTB exams with a 100% Merit/Distinction pass rate for approximately 80-90 students.
Music Mentor & Vocal Coach at The Rock Academy Foundation Ltd & The Rock Project Ltd
September 30, 2022 - August 21, 2025
Mentored underprivileged children teaching music technology, instrumental lessons, and composition. Developed lesson plans and weekly reports while building confidence and technique with group coaching sessions.
Lead Vocalist, Male at One & Only Resort, The Maldives
February 28, 2022 - August 21, 2025
Performed as lead singer in a 5-piece resident band at a luxury 5-star resort, delivering entertainment five nights a week while adhering to strict protocols and flexible scheduling.
Singing Teacher at Self Employed
September 1, 2013 - Present
Operated own singing school teaching children aged 5-15, planning lessons, entering students for LAMDA exams, and coaching individual needs. Managed additional teachers’ schedules. Successfully transitioned to virtual lessons during COVID-19 with continued thriving business.
Music Teacher at Love2SingUK Ltd
March 31, 2020 - August 21, 2025
Taught music curriculum to primary-aged children across three London schools, planned lessons, ran choir clubs, arranged music/harmony, and choreographed school productions including 'Young Voices' at the O2 Arena.
Lead Singer/Writer at UK based Girlband ‘Monroe’
December 31, 2019 - August 21, 2025
Co-founded and performed original music across the UK and Europe in festivals, award shows, and parades, achieving chart success with music available on all platforms.
Lead Vocalist at Hear and Now Entertainment, Beijing China
September 30, 2019 - August 21, 2025
Lead singer for a 5-piece resident band at Shangri-La Hotel 'Hotel Jen', Beijing. Performed five nights a week maintaining a 600 song repertoire and arranging vocals, contributing to TV and radio interest.

Education

Post Grad in Acting & Musical Theatre at Herfordshire Theatre School
September 1, 2008 - July 1, 2009
BTEC National Diploma in Music Practice at Platform One College of Music
September 1, 2006 - July 1, 2008
Post Graduate Diploma in Acting and Musical Theatre at Hertfordshire Theatre School
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2009
BTEC National Diploma in Music Practice at Platform One College of Music
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2008
GCSEs, 10 Subjects (A* to C) at Sandown High School
January 11, 2030 - August 13, 2025
Wedding Planning Diploma at New Skills Academy
January 11, 2030 - August 13, 2025
Post Graduate Diploma in Acting and Musical Theatre at Hertfordshire Theatre School
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2009
BTEC National Diploma in Music Practice (3 x Distinctions) at Platform One College of Music
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2008
GCSEs, 10 Subjects (A* to C) at Sandown High School
January 11, 2030 - August 21, 2025
Wedding Planning Diploma at New Skills Academy
January 11, 2030 - August 21, 2025

Qualifications

Post Grad in Acting & Musical Theatre
September 1, 2008 - July 1, 2009
BTEC National Diploma
August 1, 2006 - July 1, 2008
LAMDA Gold in Verse & Prose
January 11, 2030 - August 13, 2025
RSL Awards Vocals, Grade 8
January 11, 2030 - August 13, 2025
LAMDA Gold in Verse & Prose
January 11, 2030 - August 21, 2025
RSL Awards Vocals Grade 8
January 11, 2030 - August 21, 2025
TRINITY GUILDHALL Piano Grade 7
January 11, 2030 - August 21, 2025
ABRSM Music Theory & French Horn Grade 5
January 11, 2030 - August 21, 2025
Full DBS on Update Service
January 11, 2030 - August 21, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Travel & Hospitality, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization
    uniE608 So Good Sometimes - A Dollar Underwater & Kabelle
    Feature with LA based band.
    uniE608 Wasted Tears - Monroe (Signed to Tommy Boy Records)
    One half of 'Monroe' - Video directed by Steven Vella
    uniE608 Monroe - Untouchable
    Song produced by Warren Meyers. Video directed by Steven Vella.
    uniE603 Night of the Dance - Morphoice & Kabelle
    Collab with German artist 'Morphoice'
    uniE608 Accept to Enter - Endless Wires Feat. Kabelle
    My first featured track under 'Kabelle'
    uniE608 Remember It Well - Ends84 & Kabelle (Signed to Aztec Records)
    Featured artist for an artist on Aztec Records.
    uniE608 Alive ( I Found You) - Futurecop & Kabelle (Signed to NRW Records)
    From Futurecop's album 'From Ocean's Within"
    uniE608 Into the Light - Futurecop & Kabelle (Signed to NRW Records)
    From Futurecop's album 'From Ocean's Within"
    uniE608 Kabelle - Restless Mind EP (7 Snippets)
    I was one half of this project, I co wrote & sang all 7 tracks. Adam Gordon was in charge of production.